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let's get your project built.
We take the guesswork out of property development. With our thorough approach, we design your project from initial zoning research to building permit issuance so your projects move through the approvals process smoothly. Higher-density housing construction is now allowed due to California state laws. How can we serve you?
what is the process?
analyze
design
permit
build
what can you do with your property?
What Can You Build?
Click on your parcel in our free-to-use proprietary mapping tool!
Want a More In-Depth, Professional Analysis?
Contact us and request a Development Potential Analysis (DPA). Our planners will examine housing possibilities on your property utilizing local zoning, SB9, AUD, ADU ordinances, Starter Home Revitalization Act (SB 684/1123), and/or any other applicable housing opportunities.
Our experienced team will gather information about your specific parcel and develop design options as first steps in the process. Other key aspects include checking the budget feasibility of the design direction and understanding the project constraints. Our team works closely with you from property analysis through design development, City or County entitlements and design review, engineering coordination, building permit issuance and construction administration. We’re here to help you get your project planned, permitted and built!
how can you add housing to your property?
SB9
CA state-wide policy
split your lot and build up to 4 units on your single-family zoned property
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
CA state-wide policy
add a small extra living unit to rent on your property
AUD Multifamily
Santa Barbara city-wide policy
increase density with multifamily units in the city of Santa Barbara
trusted by clients
"Ellen has been a huge asset for me over the past two years. Her team recently worked through entitlements and permits for two of my properties with impressive results. She's been the president of the Santa Barbara AIA and has a very high reputation within the city of SB, which has been extremely valuable - especially when working through tricky gray areas. Any client looking for ADUs or other creative value-adds would also find her highly valuable...also anyone looking to entitle and start new builds, great resource!"
- current client, ADU and SB9 projects
“Ellen Bildsten and her team are such a joy to work with. They made our extensive year long renovation project go seamlessly. We are so pleased with the outcome and have loved living in our new space.”
- client, residential remodel project
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